Whistling Straits

With water levels rising due to climate change, the natural bluff edge of the world-famous golf course suffered erosion and significant failures, compromising the safety of the waterfront play area. Edgewater was tasked with halting shoreline retreat discreetly and naturally, aiming for a sustainable, adaptable shoreline. The final solution minimized hard structures like revetments or seawalls, opting instead for a system of pocket beaches punctuated by strategic hard points with natural sand between. These beaches were allowed to naturally deform and reform, evolving into equilibrium shapes due to wave variability. Woody debris and organic material from the lake were allowed to accumulate on the beaches, enhancing natural resilience and habitat development. This approach ensured shoreline stability while fostering natural processes and habitat growth and preserving facility aesthetics.